Chef T's Garden Grill

1525 E Gary Rd, Lakeland, FL 33801
American
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Chef T's Garden Grill stretching back to 2022. Chef T's Garden Grill was last inspected on Apr 17, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average for Lakeland sits at 85, putting Chef T's Garden Grill on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Kitchen area
21-04-4
95
Nov 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards
22-02-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Utensils on food line.
24-18-4
86
Apr 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
86
Mar 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue liquid. Operator labeled windex
41-17-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Burn marks on cutting board on marketable.
14-09-4
78
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
86
Mar 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced towels **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
86
Nov 3, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cake in reachin cooler. chef moved beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chef T's Garden Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chef T's Garden Grill on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chef T's Garden Grill?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chef T's Garden Grill.

How does Chef T's Garden Grill compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Chef T's Garden Grill most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 85.

Has Chef T's Garden Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chef T's Garden Grill have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chef T's Garden Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Chef T's Garden Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chef T's Garden Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.